Middle Fork Flathead River | Montana Fly Fishing Reports & Conditions

Fishing has become very tough the last few weeks. Try Nymph fishing in the deeper pools, at the end of runs, or deep slow pools.

Fishing Report Last Updated:

10 / 17 / 2018

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Fishing Conditions

Fly Fishing Middle Fork Flathead River is currently Just OK

Orvis-Endorsed guides nearby:
Glacier Anglers

Water flow: 519

Visibility: 60 inches

Water temperature at mid-day: 54 Degrees F

Water condition: Clear

Best time of day to fish: Mid Day

Best stretch: West Glacier to Blankenship

Best access point: West Glacier

Fly fishing hatches in order of importance:

Terrestrials Mayflys Caddis

Fish species: Trout

Fishing season: April-November

Nearest airport: Glacier International - Kallispel (FCA)

Recommended fly fishing leader: 9 Foot Leader

Recommended fly fishing tippet: 4X Tippet

Best fly fishing rod: 9' 5 Weight Fly Rod

Best floating fly line: WF Trout Fly Line

Techniques & Tips

Nymphing Mid Day

7-Day Forecast

The fishing will be best down lower in the river system, closest to flathead lake.